GEPT · INTERMEDIATE READING
中級閱讀模擬測驗 第八回
Intermediate Reading Comprehension Test
題數 35 題時間 45 分鐘題型 詞彙 / 段落填空 / 閱讀理解CEFR B1–B2
1
詞彙 Vocabulary
共 10 題／每題選出最適合題意的字詞
請由四個選項中，選出一個最適合句意的字或詞。
1The teacher asked the students to their essays carefully before handing them in, checking for spelling mistakes.
Aignore
Bwaste
Creview
Dborrow
2Even though the exam was difficult, Nancy remained and finished every question on time.
Anervous
Bcalm
Cangry
Dsleepy
3The professor's lecture was so that many students took notes eagerly and asked questions afterward.
Aboring
Bconfusing
Cuseless
Dinspiring
4Students who wish to for the scholarship must submit their applications before the end of March.
Aapply
Bsupply
Cimply
Dreply
5Learning a foreign language requires ; you cannot become fluent in just a few weeks.
Aluck
Bsilence
Cmoney
Dpatience
6The library has a large of books, ranging from science to history and art.
Adirection
Bcollection
Creflection
Dselection
7Because he studied abroad for two years, Tom is now in both English and French.
Acurious
Bfluent
Cabsent
Dcareful
8The school will a special ceremony to welcome the new students next Monday.
9The instructions were written so that no student had any trouble following the steps.
Aclearly
Brarely
Cloudly
Dquickly
10Regular exercise can greatly your ability to concentrate while studying.
Areduce
Bprevent
Cimprove
Dwaste
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段落填空 Cloze
共 10 題／兩篇短文，每篇 5 格
請閱讀短文，並由四個選項中選出最適合每個空格的答案。
Passage 1
Learning Online
Online courses have changed the way people study. In the past, students had to travel to a classroom, but today they can learn from home at any time that is 11 for them. A good internet connection is often all they 12 to join a class. This freedom allows busy workers and parents to keep learning without giving 13 their jobs. However, studying alone online also has 14. Without a teacher watching, some learners find it hard to stay focused. To succeed, online students must be well organized and highly 15.
Questions 11–15
11
Aconvenient
Bexpensive
Ccrowded
Ddangerous
14
Abenefits
Bchances
Crewards
Ddrawbacks
15
Acareless
Blazy
Cconfused
Ddisciplined
Passage 2
The Value of Reading Habits
Building a daily reading habit is one of the best gifts parents can give their children. Reading widely helps young minds 16 new words and ideas far beyond the classroom. Children who read often usually do 17 in school because they understand texts more easily. To start, parents should let kids choose books that 18 their own interests, whether comics or science stories. It is also helpful to set a fixed time each day for reading 19 of watching television. Over the years, these small habits can 20 a lifelong love of learning.
Questions 16–20
17
Aworse
Balone
Cbetter
Dlittle
18
Aforget
Bmatch
Cwaste
Drefuse
19
Ainstead
Bbecause
Cafraid
Daware
20
Adestroy
Bborrow
Cstop
Dbuild
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閱讀理解 Reading Comprehension
共 15 題／閱讀文章後作答
請閱讀下列文章，並回答相關問題。
EMAIL
An Email to a Study-Abroad Advisor
Dear Ms. Chen,
My name is David Wu, and I am a second-year student hoping to study in Canada next year. I am writing to ask for your advice about the exchange program at your university.
I am mainly interested in environmental science, but I am not sure whether my English is good enough for the courses. Could you tell me what test score I need? I would also like to know if the program offers any scholarships for international students.
If possible, I hope to arrange a short online meeting with you next week. Thank you very much for your time.
Best regards,
David Wu
Questions 21–24
21Why is David writing this email?
ATo apply for a new passport
BTo ask about an exchange program
CTo cancel his registration
DTo complain about a course
22What subject does David want to study?
ABusiness
BMusic
CEnvironmental science
DMedicine
23What is David unsure about?
AThe weather in Canada
BThe cost of the flight
CWhether his English is good enough
DHis graduation date
24What does David hope to arrange next week?
AA farewell party
BA campus tour
CA short online meeting
DA written exam
AD
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- Math Booster — Mon & Wed, 5–6:30 p.m. — NT$3,000
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- Science Lab — Sat, 9–11 a.m. — NT$2,600
Each class has no more than six students, so everyone gets personal attention. Sign up before August 20 to receive a free study planner. Bring a friend and you both get 10% off. Visit www.brightminds-learn.com to register!
Questions 25–28
25What is the largest number of students in each class?
26A student free only on Saturday morning should choose ____.
AMath Booster
BEnglish Writing
CScience Lab
Dnone of them
27How can a student get a free study planner?
ABy signing up before August 20
BBy joining two classes
CBy writing a review
DBy paying in cash
28What happens if you bring a friend?
AYou get a free class
BYou both get 10% off
CYou skip the test
DYou choose the teacher
ARTICLE
Why Mistakes Help Us Learn
Many students feel embarrassed when they make mistakes. Yet researchers say that mistakes are one of the most powerful tools for learning. When we get something wrong and then correct it, our brains form stronger memories than when we simply memorize the right answer.
The key is how we react to errors. Students who see mistakes as chances to grow tend to keep trying, while those who fear failure often give up too soon. Good teachers create a safe classroom where asking questions and making mistakes are welcomed. In such places, learning feels less stressful and far more enjoyable.
Questions 29–32
29According to the article, why do mistakes help memory?
AThey make lessons shorter
BThey avoid tests
CThey save time
DCorrecting them forms stronger memories
30How do students who fear failure often react?
AThey give up too soon
BThey ask more questions
CThey help others
DThey study harder
31What do good teachers do, according to the article?
APunish every mistake
BGive no homework
CCreate a safe classroom
DSpeak very quickly
32How do students who see mistakes as chances react?
AThey stop studying
BThey tend to keep trying
CThey blame the teacher
DThey copy others
NOTICE
Summer Reading Program Schedule
The Riverside Library invites all students to join our free Summer Reading Program. Please check the weekly schedule below and register early.
| Week | Theme | Activity |
|---|
| Week 1 | Adventure | Group Storytelling |
| Week 2 | Science | Author Talk |
| Week 3 | History | Writing Workshop |
Each session runs from 2 to 4 p.m. on Thursday. Students who finish all three weeks will receive a certificate and a free book. Sign up at the service desk by June 30.
Questions 33–35
33What is the theme of Week 2?
AAdventure
BScience
CHistory
DMusic
34On which day are the sessions held?
AThursday
BWednesday
CMonday
DSunday
35What do students get for finishing all three weeks?
AA cash prize
BA certificate and a free book
CA new library card
DA free lunch